Ivorian forward Elye Wahi fires OGC Nice into French Cup Final with a brilliant brace

OGC Nice booked their place in the Coupe de France final after a solid 2-0 victory over RC Strasbourg Alsace in the semi-finals on Wednesday night.

The win at Stade de la Meinau sets up a final showdown against RC Lens as Nice continue their push for silverware in the 2025/26 campaign.

Wahi Delivers on the Big Stage

The standout performer of the night was Elye Wahi, who stepped up with a decisive performance to send Nice through.

After a tight first half, Wahi broke the deadlock in the 51st minute, finishing confidently after being played in by Jonathan Clauss. His movement and composure in the box proved crucial in unlocking the semi-final tie.

He later sealed the victory in the 82nd minute, converting from the penalty spot to complete his brace and put the result beyond doubt.

Ghanaian Presence in the Midfield Battle

While Wahi stole the headlines, the match also featured full 90-minute performances from Abdul Salis Samed and Kojo Oppong Peprah, who both played key supporting roles in midfield and defence, respectively.

Their disciplined displays helped provide the platform for Nice’s attacking quality to shine through and ensured a clean sheet on the night.

Final Awaits After Confident Display

With Wahi in clinical form and the team showing defensive stability, OGC Nice now head into the final full of confidence. However, a tough challenge awaits against RC Lens as they aim to lift the French Cup and cap off a strong season.